Conference Description
- Free, English-language open source security conference
- Focus on practical security and free software topics
- Expert-led talks and hands-on workshops
- Networking and collaboration in a friendly atmosphere
- Designed for security professionals, developers, and researchers
Pass the SALT 2026 is an in-person conference dedicated to free software and security, taking place in Lille, France from June 30 to July 2, 2026. This event brings together professionals and enthusiasts from the cybersecurity and open-source communities for three days of expert-led presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities. The conference is intentionally kept small to foster meaningful exchanges and a welcoming environment.
Event Overview
Pass the SALT 2026 centers on the intersection of open-source software and cybersecurity. Attendees can expect a program filled with high-quality talks and practical workshops delivered by experienced project developers, maintainers, and field experts. The event emphasizes real-world applications and technical depth, ensuring participants gain valuable, actionable knowledge.
The conference is designed to encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing among a diverse audience. By maintaining a limited number of attendees, the event creates a friendly and approachable atmosphere, making it easy for participants to connect and engage in meaningful discussions.
Main Topics and Themes
Key subjects covered include secure messaging, digital forensics and incident response, threat intelligence, hardware and embedded security, and network security. Workshops focus on practical skills and are led by experts with hands-on experience in their respective fields. The event’s content is tailored to address current challenges in cybersecurity and open-source software development.
Recurring themes highlight the event’s commitment to free software, high-quality technical content, and a collaborative community spirit. The conference is entirely free to attend and conducted in English, making it accessible to a broad international audience.
Audience and Experience
Pass the SALT 2026 is ideal for security professionals, open-source developers, researchers, technical leads, software engineers, system administrators, and students interested in cybersecurity and free software. The event provides a platform for attendees to stay current with security trends, learn new tools and techniques, and build professional networks.
Participants benefit from a mix of expert-led sessions, hands-on workshops, and opportunities to discover new projects or collaborations. The conference’s focus on education, community building, and thought leadership ensures a valuable experience for all involved.
Sponsors and Partners
Notable sponsors and partners supporting the event include Gandi, Passbolt, Université Catholique de Lille, Quarkslab, Ledger, Synacktiv, Randorisec, Penthertz, Pretix, Pretalx, and Ubicast. Their involvement helps ensure a high-quality experience and supports the event’s mission of fostering knowledge sharing and collaboration in the free software security community.